HIV I: Molecular Biology and Pathogenesis: Clinical Applications, Volume 56, Second Edition (Advances in Pharmacology) [Hardcover]

Kuan-Teh Jeang (Editor), J. Thomas August (Series Editor), Ferid Murad (Series Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0123736013 | ISBN-13: 978-0123736017 | Publication Date: December 28, 2007 | Edition: 2

Although it is one of the most-widely studied viruses, many mysteries still remain about HIV. Covering the latest advances and challenges associated with clinical application of new antiviral drugs and vaccines, this revised edition is a companion to Murad:HIV-1: Molecular Biology and Pathogenesis, 2E. Leading investigators in HIV research present a timely picture of the molecular mechanisms which guide HIV-1 expression and replication and provide the most current clinical strategies for combating this virus.

* The latest developments in HIV-vaccine research
* New concepts in the discovery and design of novel anti-HIV drugs

Editorial Reviews

Review

PRAISE FOR THE SERIES
"...recommended not only to pharmacologists but also to all those in related disciplines"
-NATURE
"The works do represent an extensive compilation of recent data by outstanding researchers in this area. They are generally scientifically excellent, the bibliographies are good, and the individual reports are clear, concise, and extremely well illustrated."
-H.E. Kaufmann in CHEMOTHERAPY
"Superb reading material."
-JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES --Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

About the Author

Ferid Murad was born in Whiting, Indiana. Working concurrently on an M.D. and Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Dr. Murad graduated with both degrees from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, in 1965. His many honors include the Alfred S. Maschke Award for Clinical Excellence from Case Western Reserve University in 1965. He has held several distinguished positions, including Acting Chairman in the Department of Medicine and Acting Division Chief, Division of Respiratory Medicine at Stanford University. He currently is CEO and President of Molecular Geriatrics Corporation in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Dr. Murad is married and has five children.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 638 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 2 edition (December 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0123736013
• ISBN-13: 978-0123736017
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,399,607 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)